Work is a blessing All hard work brings a profit,
but mere talk leads only to poverty (Proverbs 14:23).

When we are lazy, we are a bad
example and
hurt the cause of Christ.

Work with your hands, just as
we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and
so that you will not be dependent on anybody (1 Thessalonians 4:11-12).

Whether you work for someone
else, own a business or are a homemaker, throw yourself into your work and do the best
you can. Learn how to do your job better. Take advantage of training
opportunities. Seek wisdom. God will help you prosper (Proverbs 3:16;
8:18).